In 1717, spectators who loved music and spectacle gathered at the Saxon royal court to witness a unique duel. At stake was the answer to a question: was Louis Marchand, star organist of the Paris Royal chapel the best organist in the world? Or did that honour befall to the newly crowned prince of German Protestant churches, Johann Sebastian Bach? The competition reached a quick and remarkable end: Marchand chanced to hear Bach practising and although he had been confident of victory, was so unne...rved that he made his apologies and fled. In 2009, Paris based Thierry Escaich and Berlin based Wolfgang Seifen tested their mettles before a packed audience at the Béla Bartók National Concert Hall. The tests were devised by László Fassang and he coordinated the playing. The competition rules were explained by the host for the evening, music historian and rector of the Academy of Music András Batta. This extremely exciting competition ended in a draw and now top musicians from other nations are entering the fray. This time, László Fassang himself enters the ring with Thierry Escaich, to seek the favour of the audience. The masters will have assistants to ensure that the competition is even smoother and more exciting. Tickets: 1800, 3300, 4900, 5900 Ft
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